School Assembly News Headlines: 26 Februray 2025 

National News

1. Rajnath Singh Emphasises Indigenous Defence Production And Diplomatic Support To Strengthen India Global Manufacturing And Strategic Partnerships

2. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Highlights Importance Of Indian Languages For Inclusive Governance And Improved Government Citizen Communication Nationwide

3. Culture Ministry And FICCI Sign Agreement To Boost Creative Economy And Strengthen Global Recognition Of Indian Cultural Industries

4. TRAI Organises Consumer Awareness Programme In Tripura Promoting Digital Literacy Telecom Rights And Informed Service Usage Among Citizens

International News

1. Iran Rejects US Pressure Ahead Of Geneva Nuclear Talks As Military Presence Escalates Across West Asia Region Tensions

2. Bangladesh President Alleges Constitutional Pressure And Political Interference During Interim Government Following 2024 Political Upheaval Amid Democratic Transition

Sports News

1. Daniil Medvedev Calls For ATP Calendar Reform Limiting Ranking Points To Grand Slams And Masters 1000 Tournaments

2. India Fall To Spain In FIH Pro League Shootout After Late Equaliser Cancels Narrow 1-0 Lead

Business News

1. Nirmala Sitharaman And Pralhad Joshi Present India Economic And Clean Energy Roadmap At Business Summit 2026

2. Amitabh Kant Calls For Policy Reforms To Enhance India Competitiveness And Strengthen Global Market Integration Strategy

1. Rajnath Singh Highlights Indigenous Defence Growth and Diplomatic Role in Strengthening Aatmanirbhar Bharat Vision
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed expanding indigenous defence production and exports. He highlighted diplomats’ role in promoting India’s growth as a global defence manufacturer and strategic partner.

2. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Chairs Telecom Hindi Advisory Meeting, Stresses Promoting Indian Languages for Inclusive Governance
Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani emphasised promoting Indian languages to improve government communication. He stated that inclusive language use strengthens accessibility, citizen engagement, and people-centric governance across the country.

3. Culture Ministry and FICCI Sign MoU to Strengthen India’s Cultural and Creative Economy Strategy
The Culture Ministry signed an MoU with FICCI to boost the creative economy. Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said it will empower artists, enhance economic growth, and promote global recognition.

4. TRAI Conducts Consumer Awareness Programme in Tripura to Mark 29th Anniversary Celebrations
TRAI organised a consumer awareness programme in Tripura to address telecom-related issues. Officials and students participated, promoting digital literacy, consumer rights awareness, and informed telecom service usage.

1. Iran Rejects US Pressure Ahead of Geneva Nuclear Talks Amid Rising Military Presence in West Asia
Iran rejected American pressure before Geneva nuclear talks. The United States increased military presence in West Asia. Both sides issued warnings, raising regional tensions and global concern over possible conflict.

2. Bangladesh President Alleges Constitutional Pressure And Political Interference During Interim Government After 2024 Political Upheaval Amid Democratic Transition
Bangladesh president reported constitutional pressure and political interference during interim rule. Military leaders supported democratic elections and opposed emergency rule, helping maintain constitutional order and stability nationwide for citizens.

3. Canada Begins Citizenship Revocation Process Against Tahawwur Rana Ahead Of Prime Minister Mark Carney India Visit
Canada initiated proceedings to revoke Tahawwur Rana’s citizenship before Prime Minister Mark Carney’s India visit. Rana awaits trial in India for involvement in 26/11 Mumbai attacks that killed over 160 people.

4. US Lawmakers Warn China Critical Minerals Dominance Threatens Defence Manufacturing And Strategic Supply Chain Security During Crisis Situations
US lawmakers warned reliance on China for critical minerals risks defence manufacturing during crises. The Pentagon defended investments and supply chain policies aimed at strengthening domestic production and national security preparedness.

1. Daniil Medvedev Proposes ATP Calendar Reform Limiting Ranking Points To Grand Slams And Masters 1000 Events
Daniil Medvedev suggested ATP ranking points should apply only to Grand Slams and Masters 1000 tournaments. He admitted reforms are difficult, as players remain required to compete in major events.

2. India Lose To Spain In FIH Pro League Shootout After Late Equaliser Forces Dramatic 1-1 Draw
India led through Maninder Singh but conceded late goal by Spain’s Bruno Font in FIH Pro League match. Spain secured victory 4-3 in shootout after intense contest.

1. Nirmala Sitharaman And Pralhad Joshi Outline India Economic And Energy Vision At Business Standard Manthan 2026 Summit
Union ministers discussed economic strategy, clean energy expansion and artificial intelligence at Business Standard Manthan 2026 in New Delhi. Sessions examined fiscal execution, food security, digital regulation and future growth roadmap.

2. Amitabh Kant Urges India To Boost Scale Competitiveness And Lower Business Costs For Global Market Integration
Former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant advised India to reduce credit costs, strengthen infrastructure and attract foreign investment. He emphasised policy reforms to improve competitiveness amid changing global geopolitical conditions.